G02 – Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code G02
Code
G02 (claims format: G02)
Description
Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Short description
Meningitis in oth infec/parastc diseases classd elswhr
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
6. Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
Block
G00-G09 Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system

Notes for G02

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • candidal meningitis (B37.5)
  • coccidioidomycosis meningitis (B38.4)
  • cryptococcal meningitis (B45.1)
  • herpesviral [herpes simplex] meningitis (B00.3)
  • infectious mononucleosis complicated by meningitis (B27.- with fifth character 2)
  • measles complicated by meningitis (B05.1)
  • meningoencephalitis and meningomyelitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere (G05)
  • mumps meningitis (B26.1)
  • rubella meningitis (B06.02)
  • varicella [chickenpox] meningitis (B01.0)
  • zoster meningitis (B02.1)
Code first:
  • underlying disease, such as:
  • African trypanosomiasis (B56.-)
  • poliovirus infection (A80.-)

Index terms for G02

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G02?

G02 is the ICD-10-CM code for meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere, in the block G00-G09 (Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system).

Is G02 a billable code?

Yes. G02 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.